Projects

• Channel Lumber supplied materials for the construction and multiple renovations of the Rio, the first all suite resort in Las Vegas.
• The 2,522 room property features large scale entertainment venues and attractions that demanded reliable, high volume material supply.
• The project reflects our long history of supporting hospitality and resort construction across the West.

When the Rio opened in January 1990 as the first all suite resort in Las Vegas, it set a new standard for hospitality construction. Channel Lumber was proud to provide products and services throughout the original build and the renovations that followed in 2005 and 2007. Supporting a property of this scale takes deep inventory, dependable logistics, and a company history built on serving demanding commercial timelines.

Designed by Marnell Corrao and Associates, the Rio spans 2,522 suites and carries a vibrant Brazilian theme throughout. Projects like this one join a portfolio of commercial projects that includes airports, arenas, and civic landmarks, each requiring materials that perform under heavy use and tight construction schedules.

Large hospitality builds also present opportunities for responsible sourcing. Our commitment to green building means contractors can specify FSC certified lumber and sustainable materials without sacrificing availability, and our blog regularly covers how those choices play out on real jobsites.

A Property Built for Spectacle

Nothing captures the Rio's energy like Masquerade Village, where the 200 million dollar show Masquerade in the Sky debuted in 1997. Entertainment venues at this scale require framing, finish materials, and specialty products delivered in coordination with complex construction phasing.

The resort's attractions extend well beyond the casino floor, from a resident theater and themed mini golf to a wine cellar holding more than 500,000 bottles, and it serves as the host casino for the World Series of Poker. Every one of those spaces began with quality materials, and Channel Lumber was there to supply them.

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FAQs

What role did Channel Lumber play at the Rio Resort?

We supplied products and services during the original construction and the 2005 and 2007 renovations of the property.

Does Channel Lumber handle large scale hospitality projects?

Yes. We support hotels, casinos, and resorts with high volume material supply, specialty products, and delivery coordinated to construction schedules.

Can sustainable materials be specified for commercial builds?

Absolutely. We offer FSC certified lumber and green building materials suitable for LEED oriented projects of any size.

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